Hungary’s cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly as banks, fintechs, and tech companies invest heavily in digital infrastructure. With the rise of financial technology, telecom, and software innovation, Hungarian CISOs are driving robust security strategies that safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with EU regulations like GDPR and NIS2. Here are six CISOs leading the charge.
Imre Balla — Chief Information Security Officer, Raiffeisen Bank Hungary
Imre Balla brings decades of banking and IT security experience to Raiffeisen Bank Hungary, having previously led IT security at UNIQA Biztosító and Budapest Bank Zrt. His expertise spans auditing, risk management, and operational security, making him a pivotal figure in strengthening Hungary’s financial cybersecurity posture. His career demonstrates a consistent focus on protecting complex banking systems.
András Zsuffa — Chief Information Security Officer, 2Connect Hungary
András Zsuffa currently serves as CISO at 2Connect Hungary, after five years leading security at DIGI. With a strong background in network and information security, András has been involved in NIS2 audits and IT governance, bridging operational needs with compliance standards. His leadership emphasizes strategic cybersecurity frameworks and secure digital transformation across Hungary’s telecom sector.
Andrea Szeiler-Zengo — Chief Information Security Officer, MVM
Andrea Szeiler-Zengo is a globally recognized IT security expert and president of Women4Cyber Hungary. With over 20 years of experience across financial services, BPO, and security consultancy, she implements comprehensive security strategies, compliance frameworks, and mentoring programs. Andrea has been honored as a top European woman in IT security and is known for advocating digital security leadership.
Péter Egyed — Chief Security Officer, Erste Magyarország
Péter Egyed oversees cybersecurity at Erste Magyarország, bringing extensive SOC management experience from BlueVoyant and Magyar Nemzeti Bank. His background includes IT audits, security operations, and leading complex financial technology security projects. Péter’s leadership ensures Erste’s systems are resilient against evolving threats, demonstrating Hungary’s commitment to high-standard banking security.
Nándor Krácser — Chief Information Security Officer, Riptides Labs
Nándor Krácser focuses on bridging engineering and security at Riptides Labs. Formerly a founding engineer at Banzai Cloud, he has extensive experience building and securing large-scale software systems. Nándor maintains open-source projects and drives security strategy, emphasizing application identity and seamless network security. His work highlights Hungary’s growing innovation in software security.
Zoltán Kincses — Head of Information Security, Radar Payments
Zoltán Kincses leads information security at Radar Payments, part of the BPC Fintech ecosystem. With experience spanning smart card security, ISO certifications, and fintech project management, Zoltán strengthens digital payment systems across Europe. His expertise ensures compliance, operational security, and innovation, reinforcing Hungary’s position as a hub for secure financial technology solutions.
Hungarian Cybersecurity at the Forefront
Hungary’s CISOs are shaping a resilient digital future by integrating advanced security frameworks, driving regulatory compliance, and mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity leaders. From banking and fintech to software innovation, these executives exemplify strategic, technically informed leadership that safeguards Hungary’s growing digital economy. Their work ensures Hungarian organizations remain strong in an increasingly interconnected cyber landscape.